Sep Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles
Lot 231:
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This 1942 Third-Reich Order of the German Eagle 1st Class Neck Cross is crafted in 900 standard silver with gilded finish and fine white vitreous enamel. The suspension loop bears clear official hallmarks: "900" silver fineness stamp, together with the famous Berlin maker mark "Gebr. Godet, Berlin" factory mark No.21, confirming authentic premium-grade Third Reich official manufacture. The insignia features a classic Maltese white enamel cross with four applied gilded Imperial Eagles at each quadrant, paired with its original period neck ribbon. Instituted in 1937, the Order of the German Eagle served as Germany’s highest diplomatic decoration reserved exclusively for foreign heads of ministries and senior statesmen. This exceptional ministerial grouping was formally conferred upon the Minister of Industry and Commerce of Franco-era Spain. It survives in complete, untouched archival condition, retaining its original official award certificate and matching postal transmission envelope – a vastly scarce full provenance ensemble on the market. The enamel is flawless, gilding crisp, and all factory marks perfectly preserved. A fully traceable, documented high-level diplomatic award directly witnessing German-Spanish political and economic cooperation during World War II. Museum-grade historical relic with complete provenance. Excellent overall condition.
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